Tasting Notes

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Vinous Stephen Tanzer - 01 Nov 02
Green-gold color. Slightly warm aromas of rose petal, mace, sandalwood and mint. Dense and loaded with extract; notes of ginger and earth. A round Champagne with substantial palate presence. Initially came across as slightly heavy, with an impression of rather full dosage, but showed lively acids, firmer shape and brighter flavors of orange juice and tangerine with aeration. Finishes quite long, with hints of licorice and oak spice. Will almost certainly merit an even higher score with another couple years in the bottle.
Drinking Date:
Champagne at Seckford Wines

Champagne

Champagne, exclusively from France's Champagne region, is synonymous with luxury and celebration. Made primarily from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, it undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle, creating its signature bubbles. Flavours range from crisp green apple and citrus to rich, toasty notes of nuts and honey. Yeast contact in the bottle contributes to pastry and brioche notes, which are a key part of good quality Champagne. Top producers include Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, and Krug.